Ceanothus species

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Basic Information

Family: Rhamnaceae

Genus: ceanothus

Plant ID (slug): ceanothus-species

Numeric ID: 21044

USDA Hardiness: 5-9

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Ceanothus species is an evergreen Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from August to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). It can fix Nitrogen. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

A collection of garden hybrids of uncertain parentage.

Habitats

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Ceanothus species